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Perforate st John's-wort

The subject of much myth and legend, and a herbal remedy, Perforate st John's-wort is a familiar flower. It has star-shaped, bright yellow flowers and lots of tiny holes in its leaves that…

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Toadflax-leaved St John's-wort

Toadflax-leaved St John's-wort has star-shaped, bright yellow flowers. It is a rare plant, with most of its population existing on Dartmoor. It likes steep, sunny slopes, acidic soils and…

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Adder

Our only venomous snake, the shy adder can be spotted basking in the sunshine in woodland glades and on heathlands.

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Adder's-tongue fern

The adder's-tongue fern is so-named because the tall stalk that bears its spores is thought to resemble a snake's tongue. An indicator of ancient meadows, it can be found mainly in…

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News

Keep up to date with the latest stories, research, projects and challenges as we work to tackle the climate and nature crisis.

Nature Reserve

Morgan's Hill

Morgan's Hill in Calne is known for its orchids, butterflies and for the general quality of chalk grassland and wildflowers.

My Wild Life

My great escape

Olive the puppy leads Lewis and Laura on a great escape from city life.

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Scots pine

The Scots pine is the native pine of Scotland and once stood in huge forests. It suffered large declines, however, as it was felled for timber and fuel. Today, it is making a comeback - good news…

My Wild Life

My world

John has worked in fisheries management for over 25 years. He has seen our waterways at their best – and their worst. He knows firsthand how devastating unhealthy rivers can be for wildlife and…